GRE Word List

PHYSIOGNOMY

the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance

The meaning of the word physiognomy is the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance.

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proliferateto grow by rapid production of new parts, cells, buds, or offspring
propsomething that props or sustains : support
unequivocalleaving no doubt : clear
conveyancethe action of conveying
apiculturethe keeping of bees especially on a large scale
vouchsafeto grant or furnish often in a gracious or condescending manner
diligencesteady, earnest, and energetic effort : devoted and painstaking work and application to accomplish an undertaking : assiduity
stolidhaving or expressing little or no sensibility : unemotional
intolerantunable or unwilling to endure
maritalof or relating to marriage or the married state